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Marble is a calciferous stone that is extremely porous. This means that its surface is covered in thousands of tiny holes too small to be seen with the naked eye. These holes allow the marble to absorb moisture and other materials that can leave stains behind. Because the stains do not fill or block the pores in the stone, the stain can be pulled up and out of the stone by using a poultice, a chemical preparation that absorbs stains.

1

Spray some marble cleaner on the sink and wipe it with a soft cloth. This will remove any surface buildup or residue that may interfere with the poultice or stain removal.

2

Pour some hydrogen peroxide directly onto the cigarette stain. Carefully add two to three drops of ammonia to the hydrogen peroxide. Wait until it stops bubbling, then wipe it away. This should remove any stain not too deep in the marble.

3

Mix up enough poultice to cover the stain by mixing equal parts hydrogen peroxide and whiting powder. Spread the poultice over the stain.

4

Cover the poultice with plastic wrap and leave it to sit for approximately one hour. This will allow the poultice to begin to absorb the stain, pulling it up out of the marble.

5

Wipe away the poultice and clean the sink with marble cleaner. Wipe it down with a soft cloth to dry and remove any residue.

Things You Will Need

Marble cleaner

Soft cloth

Hydrogen peroxide

Ammonia

Powdered whiting

Plastic wrap

Tip

Prevent new stains by sealing the marble with an impregnating sealer once the stain has been removed.

About the Author

Sarabeth Asaff has worked in and has written about the home improvement industry since 1995. She has written numerous articles on art, interior design and home improvements, specializing in kitchen and bathroom design. A member in good standing with the National Kitchen and Bath Association, Asaff has working knowledge of all areas of home design.